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The Heart of Georgian Bay Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay and Tiny are the Heart of Georgian Bay.
90 minutes north of Toronto.

Clear waters, rich forests, abundant snowfall and a glorious coastline of sandy beaches: the Heart of Georgian Bay is a four-season hidden gem. A memorable experience awaits you whether you drive, walk, cycle, snowmobile or sail. Our peninsula is located a short 90 minutes North of Toronto, but feels like a world away. Come and spend some time with us in the Heart of Georgian Bay, we can't wait to meet you!

16/11/2023
Pumpkinferno returns for a 7th year with new features and fantastic displays! 🎃Experience the phenomenon of Pumpkinferno...
05/10/2023

Pumpkinferno returns for a 7th year with new features and fantastic displays! 🎃

Experience the phenomenon of Pumpkinfernos magical outdoor exhibit of 5000 artificial hand-carved illuminated pumpkins at Discovery Harbour. ⛵️

To learn more, visit: https://discoveryharbour.on.ca/events/pumpkinferno/

Don’t put your paddles away just yet! 🛶 Join us in welcoming the beautiful hues of fall colours, crisp air and all the e...
02/10/2023

Don’t put your paddles away just yet! 🛶 Join us in welcoming the beautiful hues of fall colours, crisp air and all the endless adventures that come with it. 🍂

What are you looking forward to this fall? Comment below. ⬇️

Get active 🚴🏼, support local 🛍️, and eat delicious butter tarts 🥧 by riding the 2023 Butter Tart Cycle Trail! Choose you...
05/09/2023

Get active 🚴🏼, support local 🛍️, and eat delicious butter tarts 🥧 by riding the 2023 Butter Tart Cycle Trail!

Choose your own (delicious) adventure! Using the map, you can bike along the route to the locations selling butter tarts and butter tart inspired items such as scones, milkshakes and other delicious creations! Ride part of the trail OR the whole thing!

🗓️: September 9 & 10, 2023
⏰: 8AM - 5PM
🗺️: To view the map, click here: https://www.midland.ca/en/community-tourism-culture/butter-tart-cycle-trail.aspx

AAAAAARRRRGH you ready for something special?! 🏴‍☠️Ahoy maties! 🦜 Join Captain Corbin and crew Saturday, July 22nd aboar...
17/07/2023

AAAAAARRRRGH you ready for something special?! 🏴‍☠️

Ahoy maties! 🦜 Join Captain Corbin and crew Saturday, July 22nd aboard the Georgian Legacy 🚢 brought to you by Landmark Cruises for a cruise filled with fun, pirate shenanigans, magic and beautiful views!

To book, click here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/landmarkcruises/items/?full-items=yes

Based on the legend of the wolf of Lafontaine, Festival du Loup is a celebration of Francophonie through music, culture ...
14/07/2023

Based on the legend of the wolf of Lafontaine, Festival du Loup is a celebration of Francophonie through music, culture and history with a parade of tractors, a field day filled with activities for the whole family, and an evening of music (including the Great Howl). Festival du Loup () takes place in Tiny Township this Saturday, July 15th. Come dance and howl with us! 🌕🐺

13/07/2023
Register for FREE online learning for National Indigenous Peoples Day tomorrow, June 21st!Celebrate the cultures, achiev...
21/06/2023

Register for FREE online learning for National Indigenous Peoples Day tomorrow, June 21st!

Celebrate the cultures, achievements and traditions of First Nations and Métis peoples. Hear from Indigenous knowledge keepers and historical experts from the comfort of your classroom or home.

WHERE: Pre-register yourself (or your class) at https://hhp-events.ca/ ! Agenda and links to participate will be emailed directly to your inbox.

WHEN: This event is live on June 21, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. Sessions will also be available on-demand from June 22-24.

WHAT: 20+ videos and sessions will be available (final agenda to come!)

COST: FREE! All you need to do is pre-register! https://hhp-events.ca/

08/06/2023
Satisfy that sweet tooth! Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival touches down in downtown Midland this Saturday, June 10th,...
08/06/2023

Satisfy that sweet tooth! Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival touches down in downtown Midland this Saturday, June 10th, 2023!

Learn more here 👇

Satisfy That Sweet Tooth: Visit the Butter Tart Festival in Midland Calling all butter tart lovers! Every year, Midland hosts the Butter tart Festival, an event dedicated to celebrating this iconic Canadian treat. From professional bakers to homemade creations, the Butter tart Festival offers someth...

Saturday, May 20th is opening day of Discovery Harbour! A 30-acre living history attraction nestled along the shores of ...
19/05/2023

Saturday, May 20th is opening day of Discovery Harbour! A 30-acre living history attraction nestled along the shores of beautiful Penetanguishene Bay is awaiting for you and your family to join the adventure.

⚓️ Step aboard two gorgeous fully rigged historic vessels: The H.M.S. Tecumseth and the H.M.S. Bee

⚓️ Explore the Officer’s Quarters, an original building constructed in the 1830’s and beautifully restored

⚓️ View the hull of the original H.M.S. Tecumseth, carefully preserved and maintained in our interactive indoor museum

📍: 93 Jury Drive, Penetanguishene
⏰: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
🎟️: $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, students & youth, free for children under 5

12/05/2023
The great debate: To raisin, or not to raisin? 🤔 Whichever you choose, there’s no denying this ToDoOntario (.do.ontario)...
12/05/2023

The great debate: To raisin, or not to raisin? 🤔 Whichever you choose, there’s no denying this ToDoOntario (.do.ontario) x Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival () Giveaway!

🥳 This is the ultimate prize package for any butter tart or festival lover.

🧐 The Prize:

🛌 1 night stay at ‘Nest By the Bay’ apartment rental Downtown Midland June 9, 2023* (*this date only, no alternative, sleeps 4, check out by 10am)

🎁 Regional Welcome Basket that includes: $100 Gift Certificate to Midland Food Tours + 4 Tickets to an afternoon Landmark Cruises cruise during the 2023 season + 4 Passes to the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre + more surprises!

🏆 Ontario's Best Butter Tart Festival takes place in the town of Midland on June 10, 2023. Not only is this an amazing festival but the Midland Cultural Centre will once again be the location of the Best Butter Tart in Ontario competition.

Let .do.ontario help you get a head start (and a VIP parking spot) for one of Ontario's most popular festivals and baking competitions. 

📝 TO ENTER visit ToDoOntario.com and complete the giveaway entry form.

It’s opening weekend for Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and they are offering free admission and a jam-packed schedule of...
05/05/2023

It’s opening weekend for Sainte-Marie among the Hurons and they are offering free admission and a jam-packed schedule of events this Saturday, May 6th including:

🐄 Meet Historic Livestock: 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
🛶 Canoe Making Demonstrations:11 a.m. 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
🛖 Legends in the Longhouse: Noon and 3 p.m.
🎯 Indigenous Games: 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
🗺️ One-hour Site Tours: at 10:30 a.m. noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.
🍞 Cornbread and Tea Tasting: all day in the cookhouse
🐷 Name our piglets: All visitors will have an opportunity to submit possible name for our two new piglets

As part of   we invite you to explore the Heart of Georgian Bay which proudly encompasses the communities of Midland, Pe...
27/04/2023

As part of we invite you to explore the Heart of Georgian Bay which proudly encompasses the communities of Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay, Tiny, and Beausoleil Island First Nations. Here, you will find National and Provincial Parks, cherished historical sites, deep-rooted Indigenous and Francophone culture, protected wildlife areas, waterfront recreational trails, and so much more.

Plan your visit today! Link in bio.

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12/04/2023
27/03/2023

Our newest product - S'MORES!! OMG SO good!!!

It’s Maple Month! Explore our maple makers 🍁 in the Heart of Georgian Bay.Check out our new blog to learn more, link in ...
23/03/2023

It’s Maple Month! Explore our maple makers 🍁 in the Heart of Georgian Bay.

Check out our new blog to learn more, link in bio!

17/03/2023

The Sweetwater Harvest Festival starts this weekend and ONE ticket gets you access to TWO fantastic sites!

Join the Friends of Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre and Sainte-Marie among the Hurons for an awesome maple syrup experience on March 18, 19, 25 & 26.

🍁 Sugar shack demonstrations
🍁 Pioneer games
🍁 Maple kids’ zone
🍁 Guided interpretive hikes
🍁 Artisan vendors in the Display Hall
🍁 Visit the Birds of Prey Field
🍁 Hike the trails and experience the sights and sounds of spring!

Get your tickets now at https://www.wyemarsh.com/sweetwater



Southern Georgian Bay Chamber of Commerce Culture Alliance in the Heart of Georgian Bay The Heart of Georgian Bay

Join the Friends of Wye Marsh Wildlife and Sainte-Marie among the Hurons for an awesome maple syrup experience kicking o...
16/03/2023

Join the Friends of Wye Marsh Wildlife and Sainte-Marie among the Hurons for an awesome maple syrup experience kicking off this weekend! 🍁

See how the local Indigenous People, the Huron-Wendat, traditionally welcomed spring. Wander through the Sugar Bush, visit the Sugar Shack to see how sap is turned into liquid gold, enjoy yummy maple taffy cooled on ice, warm up by an open fire, roast some Bannock on a stick AND MORE!

Visit our website to learn more: www.gbay.ca/events

01/03/2023

Wanna know where our new Midland Speedboat adventure will take you? Check out the map!🌊

The Midland Speedboat tours will be starting in June & we are offering 25% off for early bird tickets from now until February 28th!

Use code: "LetsGoFast" at checkout!

Get your tickets here: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/landmarkcruises/items/?full-items=yes

24/02/2023

🌕Huronia Players Community Theatre has a new production coming!🌕

"We have been waiting since the production came to a halt in 2020. It has been a long 3 year wait!! The ghost light is no longer silently waiting for “The Old Man & The Old Moon.” We are back to the stage with this magical production."

The Old Man and The Old Moon
Running from: Friday Apr 28, 2023 - Saturday May 13, 2023!

A Fantastical Folk Musical, Written by Pig Pen Theatre, Directed by Sue Cook, Musical Direction by Connie Taws

Click here to get your tickets!
https://huroniaplayers.thundertix.com/events/202106?only_one=true&fbclid=IwAR19fq5ZuNMvWHvak8nvNsDfnhKV36KvbacfCsC2yQL5WjFuAxsQMjo2VlY

24/02/2023
Experience Arts, Culture and Heritage in the Heart of Georgian Bay. The Heart of Georgian Bay is home to cherished histo...
24/02/2023

Experience Arts, Culture and Heritage in the Heart of Georgian Bay.

The Heart of Georgian Bay is home to cherished historical sites, deep-rooted Indigenous and Francophone culture and museums including
⚓️ Discovery Harbour,
🛖 Sainte-Marie among the Hurons,
📜 Penetanguishene Centennial Museum & Archives and more!

View our new blog posted on our website to learn more: https://gbay.ca/experience-arts-culture-and-heritage-in-the-heart-of-georgian-bay/

18/02/2023

EVENT UPDATE: The recent warmer weather means we will not be able to safely operate the snow tube run during the Mid-Winter Social. ALL OTHER EVENT ACTIVITIES ARE A GO :)

Come make great memories with us this Family Day Weekend!

Mid-Winter Social: Feb 18, 19, 20 (11am - 4pm: last admission 3pm)
Admission: $8.00/pp (includes tax). Kids 5 & under are FREE!

Southern Georgian Bay Chamber of Commerce Experience Simcoe County Tourism Barrie The Heart of Georgian Bay Town of Penetanguishene Winterama

14/02/2023
Experience winter greatness at ❄️Winter Carnaval d’Hiver this weekend! Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, carnival games, tr...
08/02/2023

Experience winter greatness at ❄️Winter Carnaval d’Hiver this weekend! Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, carnival games, try-it-on snowshoeing or enjoy bannock bread and marshmallows by the fire - don’t forget the free pancake lunch! 🥞

🗓️Sat, Feb 11, 2023
⏰11am - 2pm
📍Perkinsfield Park (43 County Road 6 South, Tiny)

To learn more about our upcoming events, click here: https://experience.simcoe.ca/events

Township of Tiny Experience Simcoe County

06/02/2023

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This is the place to be. Clear waters, rich forests, abundant snowfall and a glorious coastline of sandy beaches: the Heart of Georgian Bay is a four-season hidden gem. A memorable experience awaits you whether you drive, walk, cycle, snowmobile or sail.

​​​​​​​​​​​​Located 90 minutes north of Toronto, on a peninsula jutting into Canadian paradise, The Heart of Georgian Bay proudly encompasses the quaint communities of Midland, Penetanguishene, Tay and Tiny.

Here you can discover National and Provincial Parks, Indigenous and Francophone culture, cherished historical sites, waterfront recreational trails, challenging golf courses, and so much more. Beaches here rival the most exotic white sand and crystal clear water you’ll find anywhere in the world. Freshwater boating, whether under power, sail or paddle, is unparalleled, and the fishing is rich.

And if you think summer is where all the fun is, wait until you see how we celebrate winter.